Has anyone used this in a salt-wind, coastal environment? How does it hold up? Thanks!
29501
I live two blocks in from the water in a high wind, high humidity, high temperature location. Mine is out in the elements in an uncovered seting area. So far so good but I have only had it outside for one season.
29502
I've had the set for only one season, and it still looks brand new. Previously, I've owned resin patio sets for as long as 10 or so years and only replaced them because they faded over time, not for structural failure. For the money, currently $130 at Amazon, this is a GREAT patio set - very stylish, a beautiful deep, rich brown color, more comfortable than most, sturdy and stable, a breeze to clean, and easy fold and store. My only concern is what the longevity will be for the cardboard support for the table top.
29503
Yes, I live less than 1/3 mile from beach, purchased end of last summer, it's been outside whole time. It's held up very well, under sun, early morning dampness, fog and rain. i have folded it up, and placed under overhang if the inclement weather lasts more than a few days, but it's still outside, and no sign of rust or breakdown of weave on tabletop or chairs. I've been satisfied with my purchase.
1252430
In regards to windy conditions, please see my 2013 review by CWH on Amazon. I haven't used this item during any windy conditions. I do not feel comfortable that it would sustain heavy winds. As for securing the umbrella in the sand, I don't think the stakes that come with the umbrella will suffice.
70549
I bought mine 2 years ago and with multiple play dates a week during the summer, I would say that it has held up pretty well. I do suggest putting a small table on top of the blower to shield it from the sun. If it gets overheated, it'll shut off. It took me awhile to figure out what was going on with mine the first season.
1535258
No, it does not.For what it's worth, my experience with the "level wind" feature on certain reels suggests they do not work well when used in a salt water environment. The salt accumulates inside the level wind mechanism and causes myriad problems, which usually present themselves when you are trying to land a large fish. In my opinion, no salt water reels should have a level wind feature except for those which sit, polished and pretty, on some "sportsman's" shelves.
1602018
It's great for saltwater! The only issue I have had is that you get water inside the prop housing. Not a huge deal, I just remove the prop after each outing and clean the housing
780301
I live in the NW- By Seattle,WA. We get high winds mostly spring and fall-winter. So far, My screen fence has withstood the current high winds- Mine is Doubled up for extra privacy- facing West- to East secured on my side of the chain link. Mine billows like a sail and so far handles wind just fine- Single layer Vs wind ? should work fine. Some sunlight will show thru. kinda sparkles in late afternoon sun. Hope this helps- I've only had mine a month + D.Durham
333392
I had it out on the beach at night and it did pretty well. Remember, it is essentially a giant sail, so you would do best to try to position it so the wind is hitting it at the sides and not straight against the back or front. There are stakes that go directly into the legs which help a ton with stability, and then ropes that go from the top corners into the ground. If the wind is particularly high, I would recommend putting another rope from the bottom corners into separate stakes to help keep it from twisting.
1402748
I'm near the water, but don't have actual salt on the windows. But they were awfully dirty. I'm talking dirt, spiderwebs, the lot. And the Winbot got them clean, although it took a couple of passes. You might have to wipe a spot to get it to stick when you put it on. Mostly it goes forward, so the wet pad will get to the dirt and salt before the suction pads. It does occasionally back over a dirty spot, though, so salt crystals might not be the best thing for the pads.
1735450
We live on the beach and it can be quite windy. We haven't had any problems due to wind, but we do have the pole secured on a deck railing as well as on the deck itself.
1940832
It easily scratched with salt and sand blowing in microscopic particles in the air on the beach, but it didn't affect it's operation. I would say it's pretty durable. Actually, I was extremely happy when I bought it. It not only sounded great, but it was able to charge up my iPhone and radio.
1477483
My has on several occasions. I have it stretched pretty tight, and learned a special knot (a taut-line hitch) that really does the trick -- it allows you to adjust the tension, but will not pull loose, even under high winds and rain.I have noticed the sail sags some when it's really wet - I've learned NOT to tighten it then, it'll straighten back up when it dries out.
2247187
I have not had any problems even in high winds. I just raked out the dirt a little deeper, pushed it in the ground and covered it with the remaining dirt. The bottom has two prongs formed like an H and it is very secure. I planted flowers around the base and it is just beautiful!
1378656
I have not had it up in heavy wind. I'm no expert but I would think anything tent or umbrella like will not hold up well in heavy wind. A beach breeze is no problem though with both sides open for ventilation. Does that help?
71352
Well I'm in Texas and we get a lot of wind. I used the anchors that screw in the ground. Same as a pet leash anchor. So far so good!!!!
1510414
I`m using mine in saltwater and it seems to be working well. Of course I clean it with fresh water after each use.
1589345
Yes - we used the tent in 20 + MPH wind at the beach last year during our week's vacation. Tent held up well and we will be using it again this year. To make this work till the sandbags and maybe add a cooler or two against the wind
23965
We always close it up after use, so it has never been through any winds. No thicker than the fabric is, though, I doubt that it would do well.